Last updated: October 30, 2026. Rental prices were checked on BikesBooking.com on October 30, 2026 (per day, in euros, as shown on the site). Prices change by date and season.
Short answer: a 125cc scooter in Barcelona starts at about €17–28 per day, and a mid-size or touring motorcycle in Malaga costs about €66–154 per day. For anything bigger than a small scooter you need a motorcycle license, and visitors from the US should also carry an International Driving Permit.
Scooter prices in Barcelona
| Scooter | License listed | From (per day) |
|---|---|---|
| Kymco Agility City 125cc | Car license held 3+ years | €17.44 |
| SYM Joymax 125cc | Car license held 3+ years | €17.85 |
| Piaggio Liberty 125cc | Car license held 3+ years | €17.86 |
| Vespa Primavera 50cc | Car license | €23.71 |
| Vespa Primavera 125cc | Car license | €27.91 |
| Vespa GTS 300cc | Motorcycle license | €32.23 |
| Yamaha XMax 400cc | Motorcycle license | €32.54 |
| Yamaha TMax 530cc | Motorcycle license | €67.10 |
Source: BikesBooking.com Barcelona scooter listings, checked October 30, 2026. Vespa packages with GPS city tours cost €43–66 per day.
Motorcycle prices in Malaga
| Motorcycle | Minimum age | From (per day) |
|---|---|---|
| Moto Morini X-Cape 650 | 21 | €66.05 |
| Honda NC750X | 25 | €90.20 |
| Ducati Multistrada V2 S | 25 | €104.57 |
| Honda Africa Twin 1100 | 28 | €106.01 |
| BMW F800GS | 25 | €106.59 |
| BMW F750GS | 25 | €117.74 |
| BMW R1250RT (touring) | 28 | €128.64 |
| BMW R1250GS | 23–28 | €122.95–153.60 |
Source: BikesBooking.com Malaga motorcycle listings, checked October 30, 2026. All models require a motorcycle (A) license.
Note the minimum age: many big touring bikes require riders to be 25 or even 28. Under 25, the Moto Morini X-Cape (21+) or a scooter is the realistic option.
License rules for US riders
- Bring an International Driving Permit (IDP) together with your US license. Rental companies and the police may ask for it.
- 125cc on a car license? Some listings say a car license held for 3 years is enough. That rule comes from Spanish and EU licenses. With a US license, the safe choice is a license with a motorcycle endorsement, otherwise your insurance may not cover you.
- Helmets are mandatory for rider and passenger.
- Deposit: usually blocked on a credit card; the amount depends on the bike and insurance level.
What to check before you book
- Mileage limit: some offers include unlimited mileage, others cap the daily distance. On a multi-day tour this matters a lot.
- Insurance excess: how much you pay if the bike is damaged or stolen.
- Fuel rule: most bikes come with a full tank and must be returned full.
- One-way rentals: possible with some companies, but often at extra cost.
- Season: May, June and September are popular riding months, so book popular models early.
Popular routes
- Andalusia from Malaga: Ronda, the white villages and the Sierra de las Nieves. Good for 2–4 days.
- Pyrenees from Barcelona: mountain passes and small villages near the French border, best from late spring to early autumn.
- Costa Brava from Barcelona: coastal roads north toward Tossa de Mar and Cadaqués, a classic day ride.
Spain is bigger than it looks: plan realistic daily distances and avoid midday riding in the summer heat in the south.
Car instead of a bike?
Traveling with family or lots of luggage? A rental car is often cheaper per person and more comfortable on long distances.
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FAQs
How much does it cost to rent a scooter in Barcelona?
On October 30, 2026, 125cc scooters on BikesBooking started at about €17–18 per day; a Vespa Primavera 125cc cost about €28.
How much is a motorcycle rental in Malaga?
Mid-size bikes started at about €66–90 per day, and BMW GS or Africa Twin touring bikes cost about €106–154 per day.
Do I need an International Driving Permit in Spain?
With a US license, yes, carry an IDP together with your license.
Can I ride a 125cc scooter with a car license?
Some rental listings allow it with a car license held for 3 years, based on Spanish and EU rules. With a US license, a motorcycle endorsement is the safer choice.
What is the minimum age?
Often 18–21 for scooters and 25–28 for large touring motorcycles.
